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Mariinsky Orchestra Combines with the San Diego Symphony in Triumphant Seventh Symphony by Shostakovich

By Ken Herman | October 25, 2018 |

Wednesday’s concert at the Jacobs Music Center paired St. Petersburg’s noted Mariinsky Orchestra and the San Diego Symphony under the baton of Valery Gergiev performing Dmitri Shostakovich’s demanding Seventh Symphony, “Lenningrad.” Gergiev and his astute musicians brought unusual illumination to this vast Shostakovich score, and the combined artistry of these orchestras elevated the Seventh Symphony to unexpected heights.

SD Opera’s ‘Figaro’ Delights in 2018-19 Season Opener

By Bill Eadie | October 21, 2018 |

Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, one of the most popular operas in the standard repertoire, seems like a natural to open San Diego Opera’s 2018-19 season. And, with a well-directed and sung production it proved to be an excellent start to what looks to be a strong season…

Halloween Treat From Mel Brooks

By David Dixon | October 19, 2018 |

Perfect timing for the run of the horror-themed musical comedy, Young Frankenstein. San Diego Musical Theatre’s production of the show, based on the classic Mel Brooks film, is a great way to celebrate Halloween early.

Lamb’s ‘Persuasion’ Doesn’t Convince

By Bill Eadie | October 18, 2018 |

Well, you can’t win all the time…

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